Abstract
Kory Floyd has spent his more than two-decade research career investigating the importance of affectionate communication in human relationships. In this essay, he summarizes some of the Affection Exchange Theory research showing that frequency of affectionate communication is positively associated with relationship satisfaction, communication satisfaction, relationship stability, love, closeness, commitment, and (in sexual relationships) sexual satisfaction.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Title of host publication | Communication Wisdom |
| Subtitle of host publication | Insights on Communication Principles, Messages, and Relationships |
| Publisher | Taylor and Francis |
| Pages | 173-180 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781040309476 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781003533894 |
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| State | Published - Jan 1 2025 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Arts and Humanities
- General Social Sciences